Senanga District | |
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District location in Zambia | |
Country | Zambia |
Province | Western Province |
Capital | Senanga |
Area | |
• Total | 15,537 km2 (5,999 sq mi) |
Population (2010) | |
• Total | 126,506 |
Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
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